Quality Audits & Methods Engineer

About the role

LEONI is seeking a Quality Audits & Methods Engineer to lead internal and external quality audits and drive continuous improvement across its production facilities. The role combines audit management with the development and implementation of quality methods, ensuring compliance with automotive standards and customer requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, execute and follow‑up on internal QM and SHE audit certifications (IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
• Verify effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions from audits.
• Maintain auditor qualifications and manage re‑qualifications.
• Identify, present and monitor lessons learned and best practices with the Quality Operations team.
• Develop and deliver training programs aligned with global qualification matrices.
• Coach teams on quality tools such as 8D, QRQC, PDCA, QIP, PPAP, AQP, PFMEA and MSA.
• Organise quality contests and ensure sufficient trainer availability.

Required profile

• University degree in a scientific field.
• Proven experience in quality management and audit execution.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Strong social and intercultural sensitivity, change‑management mindset and result orientation.

Required skills

• IATF 16949 compliance
• ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 standards
• Audit planning and execution
• 8D problem‑solving methodology
• QRQC, PDCA, QIP, PPAP, AQP
• PFMEA and MSA techniques